Meter Reader

GI Group Main Account; Liphook; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationwide recruitment agency is hiring Meter Readers in England. This role involves collecting data from residential and commercial gas, electricity, and water meters. Applicants should have a Full UK Driving Licence and be physically fit. The position offers flexible working hours, with earnings between £27,000 to £31,000 annually plus bonuses. Full training and a company car are provided.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Company pension

Training provided

Company car

Qualifications

• Full UK Driving Licence with no DR offences.
• Physically fit to perform duties like bending, lifting, kneeling, and walking.
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Collect data from gas, electricity, and water meters for various properties.
• Conduct visual inspections of metering equipment.
• Perform Charge Point Surveys.

Skills

Customer Service

Physical fitness

Job description

We are hiring METER READERS in your postcode now; no experience is required. Are you looking for full‑time work, close to home? Do you like working in an active outdoor role? Do you want to take control of your schedule and work flexibly? If the answer is yes, then this could be the role for you.

As a Meter Reader you will be responsible for collecting data from gas, electricity & water meters for both commercial and residential properties. You will update meter reads accurately throughout the day on your handheld device and provide excellent customer service.

What we offer:

• £13.38 - 14.00 per hour basic pay (weekly payment)
• 40 - 45 hours a week with flexible start and finish times Monday - Friday (occasionally Saturday) between 8am - 8pm.
• £27,000 to £31,000 average annual earnings.
• Bonus scheme with earnings up to £1,000 monthly.
• Overtime rates (£16 - £22) at manager's discretion.
• Business expenses reimbursed.
• Company pension enrolment.
• No previous experience required.
• Progression and promotion opportunities for higher earnings.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (on an accrual basis).
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Company car.
• Full training will be provided.

What will you need:

• Full UK Driving Licence - Minimum 1 year, maximum 6 points, NO DR Offences (driving licence is not required in some areas in London)
• Physically fit and have no issues with bending in tight spaces, lifting or kneeling, climbing stairs, crouching, and walking on average 6-7 miles a day.
• Happy to work in all weather conditions.
• Clear DBS check (no unspent criminal convictions)
• Credit Report check (No county court judgements, IVA, debt relief orders recorded for the last 6 years)
• 5 years employment history.
• Previous Customer Service experience (preferred not essential)

Duties:

• Retrieving data from domestic, commercial, and industrial sites for Water, Gas and Electric Meters. Full training will be given.
• Carry out visual inspections of associated metering equipment.
• Conduct Charge Point Surveys.
• Drive and motivation to work in an independent role.
• Friendly personality with a professional approach to work.
• Adhere to Health and Safety guidelines at all times.

Training:

Training is 1 week and will be both classroom‑based and field‑based with an experienced meter reader, so you get to see the job through a professional's eyes.

If interested, please click apply to get started.

Should you require any support or assistance on your application, please contact your local Gi Group office directly.